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    Lomako–Yokokala Wildlife Reserve

    Lomako–Yokokala is one of the world's most important bonobo research and conservation sites, protecting wild populations in their ancestral habitat.

    Key Highlights

    World's premier bonobo research site

    Wild bonobo populations

    Forest elephants (rare)

    Congo peacock habitat

    Endemic monkeys

    Global primatology center

    Why Visit Lomako–Yokokala Wildlife Reserve

    Lomako–Yokokala is one of the world's most important bonobo research and conservation sites. This pristine rainforest reserve protects wild bonobo populations in their ancestral habitat and is a global center for primatology. This is the true bonobo heartland of the world. Track wild bonobos with researchers and guides, explore rivers by canoe, trek through pristine rainforest, and participate in scientific field visits and documentary filming.

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    Activities & Experiences

    Bonobo tracking (guided)
    River canoeing
    Rainforest trekking
    Scientific field visits
    Documentary filming
    Research tourism

    Best Time to Visit

    June to September and December to February.

    Travel Tips

    Remote access via Central Congo Basin. Travel with authorized operators only. Contact info@drctourism.com or WhatsApp +353 89 944 3480.

    Location

    0.4000°, 22.2000°

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    Last updated: February 2026

    Reviewed by DRCTourism Research Team — Destinations & Conservation Division